UK Covid 19 Inquiry Team Head Of Private Office
| Posting date: | 04 July 2024 |
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| Salary: | £53,400 to £64,000 per year |
| Additional salary information: | National: £53,400 - £59,700, London: £58,800 - £64,000 |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 14 July 2024 |
| Location: | Edinburgh |
| Company: | Government Recruitment Service |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | 359670/5 |
Summary
In December 2021 Baroness Heather Hallett, a retired Appeal Court judge, was appointed by the Prime Minister as Chair of the independent public inquiry into the Covid-19 pandemic.
The UK Covid-19 Inquiry was formally established with full powers under the Inquiries Act 2005 in June 2022. The Inquiry sits independently of the Government with the Cabinet Office acting as the sponsoring department.
Following an initial set up phase the Inquiry began hearing evidence in May 2023. We are now looking for an energetic and collaborative senior leader to join the excellent team that is delivering the Inquiry.
This is an exciting role, offering the opportunity to lead an innovative team, in fast moving circumstances, to ensure lessons are learned from the UK response to the Covid-19 pandemic.
Further information about the Inquiry can be found on the UK Covid-19 Inquiry website.
Conflicts Of Interest
Please note that candidates invited to interview will be invited to declare any actual, potential or perceived conflicts of interests which could affect the independence of the Inquiry, in confidence, to the senior conflicts of interest recruiting manager. This may include current or prior work undertaken on the COVID-19 pandemic response. Decisions on any potential conflict of interest will be made before an appointment to the role is confirmed.
The Team
This is an exciting opportunity to join an inclusive, innovative team where you will be supported to challenge yourself in often ambiguous circumstances. The team encourages working in a flexible, collaborative manner to learn and support each other as we undertake one of the broadest, most publicly anticipated inquiries in UK history. You will be responsible for leading a small, friendly team of 5, acting together to ensure senior leaders are supported and the right information is prioritised and actioned efficiently.
Reporting to the Head of Governance, Assurance and Reporting, this is a stretching, high paced position that gives the successful candidate the chance to be at the heart of the Inquiry. The role would involve working closely with the Inquiry Chair, Secretary and Senior Leadership Team to deliver on Inquiry priorities. Building and maintaining trusted relationships through collaborating with others will be key to your success. Day to day work would likely be fast moving, varied and enjoyable; presenting a valuable opportunity to get an insight into the inner workings of the organisation.
The role would suit a self-starter who can manage conflicting priorities, remain calm under pressure and understands the support needed for senior decision makers. The successful candidate will have the experience, skills and judgement required to navigate complex but very rewarding work.